2001 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 725 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bentley Arnage (876 Nm) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2004 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Audi | Bentley |
| Model | A8 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 6752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 876 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
